Head to head
Kubota KX080-4a vs Merlo P27.6 PLUS
The Merlo P27.6 PLUS has 508kW more power. The Kubota KX080-4a is the bigger machine by 3,390kg.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Engine power: the Merlo P27.6 PLUS has 508kW more power.
- Operating weight: the Kubota KX080-4a is the bigger machine by 3,390kg.
Specifications side by side
| Kubota KX080-4a | Merlo P27.6 PLUS | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 8240kg | 4850 kg |
| Engine power | 63.2PS | 55,4 kW at 2,200 rpm |
| Load capacity | - | 2700 kg |
| Lifting height | - | 5.9 m |
Sources: Kubota KX080-4a, Merlo P27.6 PLUS. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the KX080-4a if...
- you want one that is the bigger machine by 3,390kg
A 6 to 10 tonne machine for site clearance, drainage and bulk digging, often run with a dumper alongside. At 8.2 tonnes it moves on a lorry or low-loader.
Listed by
- Compact Plant Sales - Farnham
- Standard Plant Hire - Keston
Buy or hire the P27.6 PLUS if...
- you want one that has 508kW more power
A compact telehandler for building sites, farms, estates and landscaping where space is tight but 2.7 tonne lifts to about 6 metres are needed.
Full P27.6 PLUS specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Kubota KX080-4a and the Merlo P27.6 PLUS?
The Merlo P27.6 PLUS has 508kW more power. The Kubota KX080-4a is the bigger machine by 3,390kg. The Kubota KX080-4a is a tracked excavator, 6 to 10 tonnes; the Merlo P27.6 PLUS is a compact 2.7 tonne telehandler.
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